For a number of years this title has been floating around without any clear definition or specification. In the autumn of 2015 guidance was issued for this role of Authorising Engineer [Water].
It is recommended an Authorising Engineer [Water] should remain independent of the operational structure of your organisation. The Water Hygiene Centre can provide an Authorising Engineer [Water], who will act as your independent professional Legionella consultant, giving support and advice in accordance with relevant guidance.
Your appointed Authorising Engineer [Water] will:
- Provide an annual water hygiene audit
- Attend your Water Safety Group providing formal evidence and demonstrating management of water hygiene risks
- Review and revision of your written scheme / water safety plan
- Routinely monitor your organisational performance
- Assess and praise members of the management team and make recommendations for their appointment
- Provides direction and update training
While every Authorising Engineer [Water] will have horror stories to tell and a collection of worrying photographs, it is always a great feeling when there are tangible positive results in terms of improvements in the safety of water systems. The Water Hygiene Centre has a collective of Authorising Engineers [Water] from varied background who routinely meet and work together to share knowledge and experiences.
We provide a call-out service where by your call is directed to one of our Authorising Engineers [Water]. Call-outs necessarily involve the most important circumstances where a prompt response can ensure appropriate and timely action, potentially preventing an escalating emergency incident. We will be available 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
